Description
These banana bread brownies combine the moist, sweet flavor of ripe bananas with a decadent, creamy glaze. Perfectly textured and irresistibly delicious, they’re a cross between banana bread and a brownie, making them an ideal treat for any banana lover. Add walnuts or chocolate chips for extra texture!
Ingredients
For the Banana Bread Brownies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 large bananas)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
For the Glaze:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
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Prepare the Pan and Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal. -
Mix the Wet Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. -
Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans for added texture. -
Bake the Brownies:
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before adding the glaze. -
Prepare the Glaze:
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Remove from heat and whisk in the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable. -
Glaze the Brownies:
Pour the glaze over the cooled brownies, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Allow the glaze to set at room temperature for about 15–20 minutes before slicing. -
Slice and Serve:
Lift the brownies out of the pan using the parchment overhang, slice into 16 bars, and serve.
Notes
- Extra Moistness: Overripe bananas are key to achieving the best flavor and texture. The riper, the better.
- Nut-Free Option: Skip the nuts if you prefer a nut-free version or add chocolate chips instead.
- Glaze Variations: For a caramel twist, substitute the glaze with a caramel drizzle.
- Cooling Tip: Ensure the brownies are completely cool before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting into the brownies.
- Pan Size: For thicker brownies, bake in an 8×8-inch pan, but adjust the baking time to 35–40 minutes.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American